Brian Preston Cooper, 60, of Higginsville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on July 26, 2026.
He was born on June 10, 1966, in Lexington, Missouri, to Charles “Ray” Cooper and the late Glenda (Delana) Cooper. Brian was a lifelong resident of the area. He attended Wellington-Napoleon Schools from kindergarten through graduation before living in Napoleon and Richmond, eventually making his home in Higginsville. He was a devoted Christian of the Baptist faith.
Brian found joy in the simple things in life. He loved caring for plants, raising and watching birds-including chickens, geese, doves, pigeons, and cockatiels-and enjoyed visiting theme parks, listening to bluegrass music, and crocheting. His favorite place was the river, where he spent countless hours fishing with his grandfather, creating memories he treasured throughout his life.
Above all else, Brian loved his family. He cherished his children and grandchildren and was always ready to share a story, bringing laughter and memories to those around him. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Survivors include his wife, Linda (Johnson) Cooper of the home; his daughters, Lauren Oster of Higginsville and Bailey (Kaleb) Cooper-Gremmel of Lexington; his grandchildren, Lexi Oster, Chloe Oster, Kaden Oster, Peyton Gremmel, Elliana Gremmel, and his namesake, Preston Chad Oster; his father, Charles (Linda) Cooper of Napoleon; many nieces and nephews; and an acquired daughter, Hanna (Tim) Dunn, along with their children, Zoe, Kylee, and Kenzie.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Glenda (Delana) Cooper, and his brother, Chad Cooper.
The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026, at Stewart-Hoefer Funeral Home, 1600 Main Street, Higginsville, Missouri.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026, at Stewart-Hoefer Funeral Home, 1600 Main Street, Higginsville, Missouri. Interment will follow at Greenton Cemetery in Odessa, Missouri.
Casket Bearers: Drew Johnson, Adam Johnson, Kevin Loges, Kaleb Gremmel, Clayton Wieligman, Tim Dunn, Lawrence Johnson III, Jake Manley, Caleb Moore, Jacob Knoche, Tristan Wick. Honorary Casket Bearers: John Dobson, Mike Williams.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Foundation for the Blind.
Source: KMZU, The Farm
